Finance Director (Consumer Lifestyle)

Cornerstone Global Partners; Singapore; On-site; SGD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading lifestyle and hospitality group in Singapore is seeking a Finance Director to oversee group-level finance operations and drive finance transformation initiatives. This role involves financial planning, budgeting, compliance, and strategic partnership with senior leadership. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of finance leadership experience, strong communication skills, and a proven track record in ERP implementation. This is an opportunity to shape financial governance and support business growth in an innovative environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of finance leadership experience in fast-paced multi-entity environments.
• Strong track record in finance transformation and ERP implementation.
• Solid technical experience in consolidation and internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Lead finance transformation initiatives and process redesign.
• Oversee financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Ensure compliance and accurate financial reporting across multiple markets.
• Partner with leadership to support long-term business strategy.
• Manage mentoring and development of the finance team.

Skills

Finance transformation

Communication skills

Process redesign

Hands-on finance operations

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting

CPA/CA preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Our Client

Our client is a leading lifestyle, entertainment, and hospitality group headquartered in Singapore, operating a portfolio of well-recognised venues and experiential concepts across Asia and the United States. The organisation is dynamic, fast-growing, and known for its innovation in consumer experiences. As the business scales globally, the finance function is undergoing transformation to support stronger governance, commercial clarity, and operational efficiency.

Roles and Responsibilities

The Finance Director will serve as a key business partner to senior leadership and take full ownership of group-level finance operations. Core responsibilities include:

• Lead finance transformation initiatives, including redesigning processes, strengthening internal controls, and driving automation/ERP improvements across multiple entities.

• Oversee financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and provide strategic insights to guide executive decision-making.

• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, consolidation, cash flow management, and compliance with regulatory standards across Singapore, Malaysia, Japan, the US, and other markets.

• Partner closely with the CEO and leadership team to identify risks, evaluate opportunities, and support long-term business and investment strategy.

• Manage and mentor the finance team, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and change readiness.

• Engage external stakeholders including auditors, partners, and financial institutions.

• Support the organisation’s expansion efforts, including new business models, restructuring initiatives, and commercial decision support.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; CPA/CA preferred.

• 10+ years of finance leadership experience, ideally from hospitality, F&B, consumer, or other fast-paced multi-entity environments.

• Strong track record in finance transformation, ERP implementation/upgrade, system optimisation, and streamlining end-to-end processes.

• Solid technical experience in consolidation, reporting, governance, and internal controls.

• Proven ability to operate in a hands‑on, roll‑up‑your‑sleeves capacity while still contributing at a strategic level.

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work with diverse stakeholders across cultures and markets.

• Experience managing overseas finance teams or multi‑country operations is a strong advantage.

Application Process

To apply, please send your updated resume to Kher Khang LAW (Registration ID No. R1879462) at [e-mail] with the job title or swiftly fill out the application form below. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Information provided in this advertisement is for recruitment purposes only.

Cornerstone Global Partners (EA License Number: 19C9859) is an affirmative equal‑opportunity employer and recruitment firm. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, colour, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.